Percentages below are typical US wedding averages. Change any of them, the amounts update instantly.
Your breakdown
Edit any percentage to match your priorities.
| Category | Share | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Total | 100% | $30,000 |
Every wedding detail, one beautiful place
- Guest list with RSVPs, meals and plus-ones
- Auto syncing budget that updates when payments are made
- Moodboard with Apple Pencil compatibility for note taking
- Free updates
- One-time fee · no subscription
- 100% private · works offline
The costs couples forget
A free printable checklist of the fees everyone misses, yours whether or not you leave an email.
No spam, and you can unsubscribe any time.
Questions couples ask
How much should a wedding actually cost?
There's no correct number, it depends entirely on guest count and location. The more useful figure is cost per guest: most couples land somewhere between $150 and $400 per person once catering, bar, rentals and stationery are counted. Cutting the guest list is the single biggest lever you have.
What percentage of a wedding budget goes to the venue?
Venue and catering together usually take 45-55% of the total. Venue alone is commonly 30%, though that varies enormously depending on whether catering is included or brought in separately.
What do people forget to budget for?
Tips and service charges, delivery and setup fees, alterations, marriage license, postage for invitations, day-of transport, and vendor meals. Together these routinely add 8-12% on top of what couples first plan.
Should I keep a contingency?
Yes, 5-10% held back is standard. This calculator includes a contingency row by default. If you never touch it, it becomes honeymoon money.
Is this calculator free?
Completely. No signup, nothing stored on a server, your numbers stay in your browser. Print or save the breakdown whenever you like.